About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their toddler begins pointing at every bird in the park or cat on the sidewalk, signaling a burgeoning curiosity about the natural world. It is the perfect tool for those 'quiet-time' moments when you want to channel a child's high energy into focused discovery. Steve Jenkins, a master of paper-collage art, introduces 100 different creatures through a tactile, interactive lens that turns a vocabulary lesson into a game of hide-and-seek. The book focuses on the joy of discovery and the sheer variety of life on Earth. While it is technically a nonfiction concept book, the emotional core is one of wonder and connection to nature. It is perfectly aged for children 1 to 4 years old, using sturdy flaps to develop fine motor skills while the vibrant, textured illustrations keep even the shortest attention spans engaged. Parents will appreciate it as a durable, beautiful alternative to more cartoonish animal books, offering a sophisticated first look at biology.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and objective. There are no scenes of predation or distress; the focus is on biodiversity and habitat. It is a safe, gentle introduction to the animal kingdom.
Ideal Reader
A two-year-old who is obsessed with 'finding' things and is currently in the 'What's that?' phase of language development. It is also excellent for a sensory-seeking child who benefits from the tactile engagement of flaps.
